[ Elias runs a hand over his chin, thoughtful. There are advantages to having one's history only vaguely known, it certainly helps with reputation building. But-- ]

Do I regret losing all my family at a young age, coming into my inheritance years before I was ready? ... I can't say I've ever thought about it.

[ There's a look in his eyes that all but dares Martin to challenge him on that, it's such an obvious evasion of the question. ]

The real question is, Mr. Blackwood, will you have regrets? It's a very different life out here. None of the comforts you're used to. None of the privilege. The only ones who'll look twice at you are those who want to use you for their own ends.